![AUS vs PAK [WATCH]: Mitchell Starc bamboozles Sarfaraz Ahmed’s stumps before Australia bowls out Pakistan for 271](https://crickettimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Mitchell-Starcs-dismissal-of-Sarfaraz-Ahmed.webp "AUS vs PAK [WATCH]: Mitchell Starc bamboozles Sarfaraz Ahmed’s stumps before Australia bowls out Pakistan for 271")
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In a commanding display of cricketing prowess during the first test of the Pakistan tour of Australia, the hosts have not only exhibited dominance with the bat but have also unleashed havoc upon Pakistan’s batting order with their formidable bowling attack.
Australian bowlers orchestrated a remarkable performance on Day 3 at Perth, leaving the visitors struggling to hold their ground.
A standout moment that encapsulated the brilliance of the Aussie bowling was the dismissal of the seasoned wicket keeper-batter Sarfaraz Ahmed by Mitchell Starc.
Mitchell Starc’s classy delivery sends Sarfaraz packing
The pivotal moment unfolded on the fourth delivery of the 76th over when Starc unleashed a full delivery, strategically landing it around the off stump while inducing an impressive degree of swing. Sarfaraz displayed a modest foot movement, resulting in a conspicuous gap between his bat and pads as he attempted an expansive drive.
The right-handed batter, losing his composure and shape in the process, found himself outplayed as the red-leather projectile precisely homed in on the off stump, ruthlessly uprooting it and dismantling the stumps in a striking display of Starc’s bowling masterclass.
Here’s the video:
SEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEED!
A thing of beauty from Mitchell Starc! #PlayOfTheDay | @nrmainsurance | #AUSvPAK pic.twitter.com/tc7VJf2zQP
— cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) December 16, 2023
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Pakistan’s dismal batting performance
After Australia posted an imposing first-innings total of 487, Pakistan batters initially exhibited resilience in their response. Openers Abdullah Shafique, who contributed 42 runs, and Imam-ul-Haq, who scored a commendable 62, forged a promising partnership of 74 runs for the first wicket. However, the Pat Cummins-led side staged a stunning comeback, dismantling the guests’ batting order. Despite the promising start, the charm with the willow seemed to diminish as no other batter could sustain the momentum or make a significant impact. The Australian bowlers orchestrated a remarkable turnaround, restricting Pakistan to 271 and reaffirming their dominance in the ongoing cricketing contest.
